Epic Code LAB2111439 XX and XY (includes SRY) by FISH
Test Name Alias
XX and XY (includes SRY) by FISH | Gender Indentification | 974
Interface Order Alias
11453
Clinical Information
Fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH) using DNA probes to enumerate X and Y chromosomes and detect the presence of SRY (male sex determining gene). This is especially helpful with gender identification in those patients with ambiguous genitalia.
Collection Instructions
Specimen Collection: Blood
Container(s): 4.0 mL Green top Sodium (Na) Heparin
Preferred Volume to Collect: 4.0 mL
Minimum Volume to Collect: 1.0 mL
Neonate Volume to Collect: 1.0 mL
Capillary collect ok: No
Microtainer acceptable: No
Collection Instructions:
- Gently invert 8 times to mix anticoagulant with blood.
Processing Instructions (Laboratory, Outpatient or Off-site collection)
Processed Specimen: Whole Blood
Centrifuge/Spin: No
Aliquot: No
Processing Instructions:
-
If ambient temperature exceeds 80°F or is below 40°F, please send in an insulated container.
Transport Temperature: Ambient
Specimen Stability
Ambient: 3 days (beyond 3 days, specimen viability will be detemined by Cytogenetics Lab)
Laboratory Retention: primary specimens 4 weeks; frozen pellets retained greater than 1 year
Test Frequency
Test Set Up: Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Saturday 8:00 am – 3:00 pm.
Technologist on call for Sunday set up.
Final report: 3 – 5 days.
Reference Range
An interpretive report will be provided.
Performing Department
CYTOGENETICS
Performing Department Laboratory Location
Spectrum Health Advanced Technology Laboratory (ATL), Grand Rapids, MI
Methodology
Performed by fluorescence in situ hybridization (FISH). This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Spectrum Health Cytogenetics Laboratory. It has not been cleared or approved by the US FDA. The FDA has determined that such clearance or approval is not necessary. This test is used for clinical purposes.
CPT
88273, 88271 x3
CDM Code
4148273, 4148271
Epic Test ID
1230101308
LOINC
Specimen Type: 66746-9
Indication Provided: 42349-1
Result: in process
Interpretation: 59050-5
Comments: 69965-2
Beaker LOINC
LOINC Not available
Reviewed Date
10/22/2021
Beaker Names
Beaker Procedure Name: XX AND XY (INCLUDES
SRY) BY FISH
Beaker Display Name: XX and XY (includes
SRY) by FISH
BEAKER TEST NAME: XX
AND XY (INCLUDES SRY) BY
FISH
BEAKER TEST REPORT NAME: XX and XY (includes SRY) by FISH
Beaker Synonyms
GENDER XX/XY FISH
Beaker Collection and Specimen Handling
BEAKER COLLECTION: AP Ambient
Beaker Location, Container and Temperature
LC CYTOGENETICS:
STERILE CONTAINER A (Preferred)-Ambient
LC CYTOGENETICS: 6 ML NA
HEPARIN TUBE A
(Acceptable)-Ambient
LC CYTOGENETICS:
CYTOGENETICS MEDIA (Acceptable)-Ambient
LC CYTOGENETICS:
MISCELLANEOUS (Acceptable)-Ambient